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Home » Salads & Dressings » Chicken Souvlaki Salad

Chicken Souvlaki Salad

Posted by: Diabetic Foodie / Gluten-free, Poultry, Salads & Dressings, Summer / April 25, 2019

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This easy chicken souvlaki salad is a delicious, low-carb way to enjoy your favorite Greek flavors! Serve with a few pita chips for some added crunch.

Chicken Souvlaki Salad in a white bowl with a few pita chips on the side

Whenever I’m in the mood for a sandwich or sub, I like to take all the fillings and make them into a salad instead. It’s a great way to get all the flavors I’m craving without the unnecessary carbs.

So when I found myself dreaming of a chicken gyro one day, I decided to whip up this chicken souvlaki salad instead! It’s packed with the Greek-inspired flavors I wanted.

Plus, this whole salad can be ready in about 30 minutes or less. Just marinate the chicken for a few minutes, cook it up however you like, then toss all the ingredients together and serve.

If you’re like me and always looking for quick and easy lunch recipes, be sure to save this one! It’s delicious, satisfying, and so simple to make.

How to make chicken souvlaki salad

Ready to see how easy it is to throw together this flavorful salad?

Step 1: In a large bowl, combine the chicken, lemon zest, ½ tablespoon of lemon juice, ½ tablespoon of olive oil, ½ teaspoon of oregano, salt, and a few grinds of pepper.

Step 2: Let the chicken marinate for about 10 minutes.

Step 3: Preheat a grill pan, skillet, or wok over medium-high heat. Add a ½ tablespoon of olive oil, then add the chicken.

Step 4: Grill or stir-fry until the chicken is cooked through, about 8 minutes, then transfer to a plate lined with paper towels.

Step 5: In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, remaining ½ tablespoon of lemon juice, remaining tablespoon of olive oil, remaining ½ teaspoon of oregano, and a few grinds of pepper.

Step 6: In a large bowl, toss the lettuce with a few spoonfuls of the dressing.

Step 7: Divide the lettuce between two serving bowls and top with chicken, tomatoes, cucumbers, and feta cheese.

That’s it! I like to drizzle mine with a little more dressing and serve it with a few pita chips for crunch.

Tips for making your perfect salad

Just like any great salad, this one can be customized based on your preferences!

First, feel free to cook the chicken any way you like. You can even throw it on the grill if that works for you.

You could also use leftover grilled marinated chicken breasts if you’re making that dish earlier in the week. For a more authentic souvlaki flavor, substitute oregano for rosemary.

Want to add a little crunch? Serve your salad with a few multigrain pita chips. 4 chips will add about 9 grams of carbs.

Watching sodium? You can reduce or omit the added salt as well as the feta cheese.

I also recommend making some extra dressing. It stores well and is great to use on salads for the rest of the week!

Storage

Want to prep this recipe in advance? It’s so easy! You can chop the tomatoes and cucumber, cook the chicken, prep the dressing, then store everything separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator. The ingredients will stay fresh for up to 4 days.

Once you’re ready to enjoy, just add your lettuce to a bowl, toss with the dressing, and then add the rest of your toppings.

Other easy salad recipes

Salads are such a great way to prep a quick and flavorful meal. They’re usually my go-to for an easy lunch! Here are a few of my favorite salad recipes that I know you’ll love:

  • Tex-Mex Burrito Bowl with Lime-Avocado Sauce
  • Mediterranean Salad
  • Watermelon Salad with Goat Cheese & Basil

For more healthy salad inspiration, take a look at my roundup of the best Diabetes-Friendly Salad Dressings.

When you’ve tried this salad, please don’t forget to let me know how you liked it and rate the recipe in the comments below!

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Chicken Souvlaki Salad
5 from 2 votes

Chicken Souvlaki Salad

This easy chicken souvlaki salad is a delicious, low-carb way to enjoy your favorite Greek flavors! Serve with a few pita chips for some added crunch.
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:30 minutes
Author:Diabetic Foodie
Servings:2
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Ingredients

  • ¾ pound boneless, skinless chicken breast (cut into 1-inch cubes)
  • zest from 1/2 lemon
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice (divided)
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (divided)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano (divided)
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • freshly ground pepper
  • ¼ cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 cups romaine lettuce (torn into bite-sized pieces)
  • ½ cup cocktail or cherry tomatoes (quartered or halved)
  • ¼ English cucumber (thickly sliced, then slices quartered)
  • 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
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Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine the chicken, lemon zest, ½ tablespoon of lemon juice, ½ tablespoon of olive oil, ½ teaspoon of oregano, salt, and a few grinds of pepper.
  • Let the chicken marinate for about 10 minutes.
  • Preheat a grill pan, skillet, or wok over medium-high heat. Add a ½ tablespoon of olive oil, then add the chicken.
  • Grill or stir-fry until the chicken is cooked through, about 8 minutes, then transfer to a plate lined with paper towels.
  • In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, remaining ½ tablespoon of lemon juice, remaining tablespoon of olive oil, remaining ½ teaspoon of oregano, and a few grinds of pepper.
  • In a large bowl, toss the lettuce with a few spoonfuls of the dressing.
  • Divide the lettuce between two serving bowls and top with the chicken, tomatoes, cucumbers, and feta cheese.

Recipe Notes

This recipe is for 2 servings of salad.
If you don’t have any homemade yogurt on hand, you can use plain yogurt or plain Greek yogurt. Greek-style may need to be thinned with a tablespoon or two of water.
Watching sodium? Reduce the amount of added salt and/or feta cheese.
Want to prep this recipe in advance? Chop the tomatoes and cucumber, cook the chicken, mix the dressing, then store everything separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator. The ingredients will stay fresh for up to 4 days.
To serve, add the lettuce to a bowl, toss with the dressing, and then add the rest of your toppings.

Nutrition Info Per Serving

Nutrition Facts
Chicken Souvlaki Salad
Amount Per Serving
Calories 387 Calories from Fat 195
% Daily Value*
Fat 21.7g33%
Saturated Fat 5.2g33%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.1g
Monounsaturated Fat 5g
Cholesterol 93.8mg31%
Sodium 548mg24%
Potassium 268.7mg8%
Carbohydrates 8.8g3%
Fiber 2.5g10%
Sugar 5.4g6%
Protein 39.8g80%
Vitamin A 750IU15%
Vitamin C 12.4mg15%
Calcium 330mg33%
Iron 1.6mg9%
Net carbs 6.3g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course: Salads & Dressings
Cuisine: Greek
Diet: Diabetic
Keyword: chicken souvlaki, greek salad
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